Chemical Operator

W. R. Grace & Co.•Baltimore, MD

27d•Onsite

About The Position

WR Grace, a leading manufacturer of specialty chemicals, is currently seeking experienced Chemical Operator for our team at the Baltimore/Curtis Bay, MD plant. This role will be responsible for handling, storing, and transporting chemical materials, operating and monitoring both continuous and batch processes, troubleshooting operational issues, and performing routine minor maintenance on process equipment and instrumentation. At the Curtis Bay site, all employees have a role in upholding environmental, health, and safety standards. Each team member is accountable for ensuring compliance with our EHS policies, including emergency preparedness and response, as outlined in both site-wide and local area documentation.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Ability to read, write, and type the English language
Ability to read and comprehend detailed specifications, including computer graphical user interface and basic math ability
Candidate must successfully complete the Skills Assessment
Candidate must successfully pass a background check and drug screen prior to employment.
Candidate must be willing and able to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule including days and nights, holidays and weekends and overtime
2-3 years of Industrial manufacturing experience

Nice To Haves

DCS Control system knowledge and experience
Associate degree in Process Technology or similar
Forklift license

Responsibilities

Operate chemical processing equipment following standard operating procedures
Act as a safety leader. Comply with all plant environmental, health, safety, and process safety standards and procedures. Report hazards, deviations, and injuries in a timely manner
Perform process equipment troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and minor repairs
Ensure a high standard of housekeeping is maintained in all assigned areas
Utilizes technology such as PCs for reporting and communication
Participates in training initiatives as required, attends required meetings and completes required testing within specified time frames
Monitor plant equipment and control plant operations
Operates forklift
Communicates plant status with relief and coworkers
Records plant process, quality and environmental data
May be assigned other duties that are equivalent in skill to job requirements